a16z speedrun
Overview
a16z Speedrun is the flagship accelerator program from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) for early-stage (pre-seed/seed) startups. It is a highly selective, 12-week in-person program that focuses on companies at the intersection of technology, AI, gaming, and entertainment. Participants receive capital, mentorship from a16z experts and industry leaders, and access to a network of founders, culminating in a Demo Day. The program, which launched in 2023, has multiple cohorts per year and has invested over $180 million across more than 150 companies.
Portfolio Companies
129
Website
speedrun.a16z.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedra | May 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Fundamental Research Labs | Aug 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Sekai | Jun 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| SuperGaming | Aug 2025 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Mara | Aug 2026 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
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Key People
Tabish Gilani
Product Growth Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is a16z speedrun based?
a16z speedrun is headquartered in California.
When was a16z speedrun founded?
Founding year information for a16z speedrun is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does a16z speedrun have?
a16z speedrun has 129 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in a16z speedrun's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Hedra, Fundamental Research Labs, Sekai, SuperGaming, Mara.
What was a16z speedrun's most recent investment shown here?
a16z speedrun's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Mara in 2026.
What sectors does a16z speedrun focus on?
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What company stages does a16z speedrun focus on?
a16z speedrun typically invests at the Early stage.